Compound Q&A
How is 2-Methyl-2-sulfanylpropanoic acid (CAS: 4695-31-2) typically synthesized?
Answer
2-Methyl-2-sulfanylpropanoic acid can be synthesized via the Strecker synthesis, involving the reaction of ethyl acetoacetate with hydrogen sulfide and ammonia in the presence of a catalyst such as potassium hydroxide. The process yields the desired compound with good selectivity and moderate to high yield, depending on reaction conditions.
About
CAS No
4695-31-2
English Name
2-Methyl-2-sulfanylpropanoic acid
Molecular Formula
C4H8O2S
Molecular Weight
120.17299999999997 g/mol
SMILES
CC(C)(C(=O)O)S
InChIKey
JTMBCYAUSCBSEY-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Last Updated: 2026-01-04 19:14
